An Introduction to Theory and Applications of Quantum Mechanics

Klappentext Based on a Cal Tech introductory course for advanced undergraduates in applied physics! this text explores a wide range of topics culminating in semiconductor transistors and lasers. 1982 edition. Inhaltsverzeichnis 1. Why Quantum Mechanics? 2. Operators 3. The basic Postulates of Quantum Mechanics 4. One-Dimensional Energy Eigenvalue Problems 5. The Harmonic Oscillator 6. The Quantum Mechanics of Angular Momentum 7. Particles in Spherical Symmetric Potential Fields and the Hydrogen Atom 8. Systems of Identical Particles 9. Matrix Formulation of Quantum Mechanics 10. The Time-Dependent Schrodinger Equation 11. Perturbation Theory 12. The Interaction of Electromagnetic Radiation with Atomic Systems 13. Absorption and Dispersion of radiation in Atomic Media 14. Laser Oscillation 15. Quantum Statistics 16. Some Specific Applications of the Statistical Distribution Laws 17. The Band Theory of Electrons in Crystals 18. The Interaction of Electron and Nuclei with Magnetic Fields.! Magnetic Resonance. The Maser 19. Charge Transport in Semiconductors 20. the p-n Semiconductor Junction. The p-n-p Junction Transistor 21. The Semiconductor Injection Laser Problems Bibliography Index

Product details

• Authors: Amnon Yariv
• Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.06.2013
• EAN: 9780486499864
• ISBN: 978-0-486-49986-4
• No. of pages: 320
• Series: Dover Books on Physics; Dover Books on Physics
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Physics, astronomy > Theoretical physics